A few things to check first. The wiring to the coil, make sure that its not shorted or broken. Next, check the coil wire (between the coil and distributor). Beg, borrow, or buy one and install it (got a second car? borrow its wire for a minute). If that's not the problem and you're certain the coil is getting power, then the only probable fault left is the coil itself. Have it checked out if you can, no sense throwing money at it if it's good.
my 1992 dodge dakota wont stay running it stalls when driving and takes a few minutes to get started but if i wait it will start
It is inside the distributor, it has three wires running to it, and it looks like a small black plateIt is inside the distributor, it has three wires running to it, and it looks like a small black plate
It is inside the distributor, it has three wires running to it, and it looks like a small black plate.
The wire sequence on the distributor cap just goes 1 thru 6, clockwise, starting from the number one position (which should be marked either on the cap or distributor).
You might want to test the ignition coil, battery, distributor (both type's can be tested), starter, starter relay or coil, and spark plugs to rule out which is causing the problem these are the basic components for starting the engine
Yes, on all equipped engines on all 1993 Dakota models.
Behind the distributor cap
The 4.7L does not have a distributor. There are individual coils on each spark plug.
Inside the distributor
It is in the distributor.
You are losing spark or fuel. I would suspect a faulty fuel pump.
1994 Dodge Dakota distributor caps are available at O'Reilly Auto Parts that can be found in most states allover the U.S. It can also be purchased from Car Gurus.